First published 1995
In the magical land of Oz, a gifted young woman named Elphaba is born with emerald-green skin, sparking fear and prejudice. As she navigates a world that seeks to suppress her power, Elphaba's quest for acceptance and to understand her own nature leads her down a winding path, from a sheltered upbringing to an activist's role, culminating in a fateful confrontation with the iconic Dorothy. Maguire's rich reimagining challenges preconceptions about good and evil, offering a poignant exploration of the complexities of morality.
Genres: fiction, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Oz
Period: 19th-century, 20th-century
676 pages · Hardcover · Thorndike Pr